Go Back   ChinaRiders Forums > Search Forums
Register FAQ Community Calendar Today's Posts Search
Showing results 1 to 25 of 500
Search took 0.07 seconds.
Search: Posts Made By: Sport Rider
Forum: Ride Reports Today, 09:42 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 454
Posted By Sport Rider
you might also introduce her to this couple: ...

you might also introduce her to this couple: https://www.youtube.com/@LaviandOllie

they did a RTW trip two-up on a Vstrom, but recently she started riding her own bike. They are in the process...
Forum: Ride Reports Today, 09:09 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 454
Posted By Sport Rider
You might want to check out the Smokey Mountain...

You might want to check out the Smokey Mountain 500 track. it covers eastern TN, western NC and North GA. you wouldn't have to do all of it, but would help to identify some good day rides near you....
Forum: New Member Introductions Yesterday, 04:53 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 624
Posted By Sport Rider
IIRC, you should stay away from TX Powersports. ...

IIRC, you should stay away from TX Powersports. I believe that's a "Manny" company and not to be trusted. someone correct me if I'm wrong. As mentioned above check with Venom Motorsports if you...
Forum: Ride Reports Yesterday, 04:48 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 454
Posted By Sport Rider
You definitely should, even if just a small...

You definitely should, even if just a small portion of it. As I understand they continue to build on the TAT, trying to make it into a loop around the country.

There's a part near me here in NC,...
Forum: New Member Introductions 09-24-2024, 08:36 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 624
Posted By Sport Rider
Check with the License Bureau folks about any...

Check with the License Bureau folks about any bike you're interested in. my first Hawk I bought back in 2016 was a problem to get registered. I ended up registering it in SD to get around the...
Forum: Ride Reports 09-24-2024, 08:24 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 454
Posted By Sport Rider
some crazy dudes have done the TAT end to end on...

some crazy dudes have done the TAT end to end on a Honda Trail 125. I gotta think the KPX would be a better ride than that. They may have had to alter their route a bit though as I believe some of...
Forum: Adventure Bikes 09-18-2024, 10:11 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 7,664
Posted By Sport Rider
Here in my area I'm seeing the Himalayan selling...

Here in my area I'm seeing the Himalayan selling for 5799. as it's a dealer, I'm assuming that does not include freight/setup.

no actual prices on the MCM yet but the web site says 6499 plus...
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 09-18-2024, 09:50 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,382
Posted By Sport Rider
5, but 6 would be ok too.

5, but 6 would be ok too.
Forum: Adventure Bikes 09-17-2024, 10:29 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 7,664
Posted By Sport Rider
I swapped the sprocket on my KLR because I was...

I swapped the sprocket on my KLR because I was using it to commute to work on the interstates. the downside is the gearing isn't as good for slow speed work. the only option I see is to take extra...
Forum: Other Brands 09-16-2024, 08:40 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 458
Posted By Sport Rider
just put some heavier treads on that ST and...

just put some heavier treads on that ST and she'll pull stumps out! :D
Forum: Adventure Bikes 09-16-2024, 08:38 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 7,664
Posted By Sport Rider
reviews I've seen so far put the CFM slightly...

reviews I've seen so far put the CFM slightly ahead of the Himi 452. although most are saying you couldn't go wrong with either one.

At this point though, I'm sticking with my KLR. my gen 1 has...
Forum: Other Brands 09-16-2024, 12:05 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 458
Posted By Sport Rider
Work Day At The House

Got all the equipment involved!
Forum: New Member Introductions 09-12-2024, 09:42 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,545
Posted By Sport Rider
sounds like you did as much analysis as I did. ...

sounds like you did as much analysis as I did. I'm a spreadsheet nut and over-think everything. :D

Any of them you choose will do fine for your needs. As for that eventual TAT (my goal as...
Forum: Video and Pics 09-12-2024, 09:33 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,346
Posted By Sport Rider
I did a search when you posted this thread. I...

I did a search when you posted this thread. I found a covered bridge which is actually in the town just south of me. I never knew it was there. I'll get down there sometime soon for a pic.
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 09-09-2024, 01:42 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 652
Posted By Sport Rider
go with the X. unless you're really expert with...

go with the X. unless you're really expert with off-roading, you wouldn't realize any difference between the 5 or 6 speed. keep in mind that you can also change the sprockets to accomplish...
Forum: News, Support, & Feedback 09-09-2024, 01:38 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 376
Posted By Sport Rider
any specific details? type of bike? Street...

any specific details? type of bike? Street legal?
Forum: New Member Introductions 09-06-2024, 11:14 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,545
Posted By Sport Rider
This templar with a 6 speed zong motor would be a...

This templar with a 6 speed zong motor would be a good option.
...
Forum: New Member Introductions 09-04-2024, 01:43 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,545
Posted By Sport Rider
what's your budget?

what's your budget?
Forum: Video and Pics 09-04-2024, 09:11 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,346
Posted By Sport Rider
not chinese, but many years ago I organized a...

not chinese, but many years ago I organized a trip for a bunch of friends where we toured western VA and southern WV. We hit about a dozen different covered bridges. We had an enjoyable time!
Forum: New Member Introductions 08-30-2024, 08:24 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 774
Posted By Sport Rider
sorry to hear, but yeah, Manny is a known rip...

sorry to hear, but yeah, Manny is a known rip off. We can only hope they will make it right. Otherwise though, enjoy riding it!
Forum: Adventure Bikes 08-29-2024, 09:59 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,026
Posted By Sport Rider
We have a CFMoto dealer about 10 miles from me. ...

We have a CFMoto dealer about 10 miles from me. Not sure how widespread their network is, but close for me. They've been selling other models for a couple years now, including the 800 IBEX. Not...
Forum: Adventure Bikes 08-28-2024, 10:04 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,026
Posted By Sport Rider
less than $6800 US. that's a good price!

less than $6800 US. that's a good price!
Forum: Adventure Bikes 08-21-2024, 08:07 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,026
Posted By Sport Rider
as I understand, they are supposed to be here...

as I understand, they are supposed to be here this fall. I'm interested in looking them over. Would be a good alternative to my gen 1 KLR.
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 08-09-2024, 09:04 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 11,455
Posted By Sport Rider
different sprockets change the RPM location at...

different sprockets change the RPM location at any given speed. That affects where you are in the HP and torque curves. it never changes what HP the motor is capable of producing.
Forum: Video and Pics 08-08-2024, 10:47 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,148
Posted By Sport Rider
Yeah, the WV section of the TAT starts in Ripley...

Yeah, the WV section of the TAT starts in Ripley and ends in Marlinton. I've not seen the specific route because you have to buy the maps/route in order to get the details.
Showing results 1 to 25 of 500

 
Forum Jump

All times are GMT -4. The time now is 12:07 PM.


Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.4
Copyright ©2000 - 2024, Jelsoft Enterprises Ltd.